1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Catera | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2737 mm |
